ABOUT US
Pathology Association for Students (PAS) is a student organization at UTMB catered to providing information and opportunities to students who are interested in learning more about the field of pathology.
OUR VISION
To introduce a passion for pathology and expand medical student knowledge of the field and the wonderful things it has to offer.
WHAT WE DO
We provide students with information about the various subspecialties in pathology, match students with shadowing and research opportunities, and provide information on national pathology conferences.
OUR COMMUNITY
Pathologists are some of the nicest people you will ever meet, they are excited to share their passion and knowledge with you so never hesitate to show your interest in the field.
Our PAS Faculty Advisor
Dr. Juan Olano
Director, Pathology Residency Program
Department of Pathology
Meet Your 2024-2025 PAS Officer Team
Bethany Rocha-Rawlings, MS3
President
Regan Herron, MS2
Vice President
Ruchitha Goonatilake, MS2
Secretary
Isiah Arambula, MS3
Treasurer
Clayton Gabel, MS2
Research Coordinator
Diego Alvarez, MS3
Communications Coordinator
UPPERCLASSMEN AMBASSADORS
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Cecilia Arguelles,
MS4
Juan Escudero,
MS4
Sarah Muir,
MS4
Caroline O'Connor, MS4
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Subspecialties in Pathology
Blood Banking/ Transfusion
Analyzes donated blood for safety by identifying pathogen risks.
Dermatopathology
Determines disease in collected skin tissues.
Clinical Chemistry
Determines disease processes by examining body fluids chemistry.
Forensic Pathology
Determines cause & manner of death by autopsy and evidence.
Cytopathology
Determines disease by examining cells from tissues or fluids.
Hematopathology
Determines disease by examining blood cells.
Medical Microbiology
Identifies pathogenic micro-organisms from patient samples.
Surgical Pathology
Determines disease by examining tissues collected during surgery.
Molecular Genetics
Identifies expression of various genetic diseases through DNA.
Pediatric Pathology
Sub-specialty of Surgical Path focused on child disease.
Neuropathology
Determines disease involving the nervous system.
Organ Based Pathology
Sub-specialty of Surgical Path focused on a specific system.